Novice PC Builder..need help

[Brasseaux]

I need some help on buying a new case...

here are the guts of what I'm running now..

MOBO: MSI K7N2 DELTA2-LSR
Supported CPU: AMD Socket A AthlonXP/Athlon/Duron/Sempron Processors
Chipset: nForce2 Ultra 400 + MCP-s
FSB: 400/333/266MHz
RAM: 3x DIMM Dual Channel DDR266/333/400 Max 3GB
Slots: 1x AGP 8X/4X, 5x PCI
Ports: 2x PS/2, 1x COM, 1x LPT, 8x USB2.0(Rear 4), 1xRJ45, 1x SPDIF Out, Audio Ports
IDE: 2x ATA 133 up to 4 Devices
SATA: 2x SATA by MCP with NV RAID 0/1/0+1/JBOD
Onboard Audio: 6-Channel Audio
Onboard LAN: 10/100 Enternet
Form Factor: ATX

CPU: AMD Athlon XP 2500/333

Video Card: Sapphire Radeon 9800 PRO 8X 128MB

RAM: 517mg Dual Channel Kingston DDR 256MB-DDR400 CL3 PC3200 RTL

Drives : Have a new DVD Burner on the way (see below), and LG CD-RW CED-8120 B 12X

HD: 80gig
Western Digital 80GB 7200RPM IDE Hard Drive, Model WD800BB, OEM Drive only





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I need a new case. My price range is 50-100$. Currently, my temps are fine, and I have never had a problem with heat. The current case I own doesnt have any fans. I just ordered a new DVD burner:

Lite-On 16x, Dual Layer DVD+/-RW (Biege)
Specifications:
Write Speed: 4X DVD+R DL, 16X DVD+R, 16X DVD-R, 8X DVD+RW, 6X DVD-RW, 48X CD-R, 24X CD-RW
Read Speed: 48X CD-ROM,16X DVD-ROM
Interface: ATAPI / E-IDE

I want a case with frontal USB plugs and fans (coolness with lights if possible:beer

Anyway, my problem is, I'm not sure on what size to get. The dimensions on my MOBO are 12" X 9.6". Here are the links to three I found that I like: (BTW..I have a good power source already)

Case 1

Case 2

Case 3

Case 4

These are just a few that I found that like, but I'm not sure which ones I can use. Also, I am not limited to just these, and I am open for suggestions. Front USB is a must. I game alot, but it is usually sports games online.

any feedback is much apprieciated.

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[Mrvile]

Ok, for your own good, please go read up and come back. We need more of the "guts," such as CPU, vid card, hard drives, optical drives, PSU, much more.

 

[Brasseaux]

Originally posted by: Mrvile
Ok, for your own good, please go read up and come back. We need more of the "guts," such as CPU, vid card, hard drives, optical drives, PSU, much more.

lmao..sorry..I hit the the wrong button early. I was editing when you posted I'm a novice here too

 

[Mucker]

This Antec Sonata is a good deal right now: http://shop4.outpost.com/product/3558634
Excellent case and PSU that would work extremely well with your equipment.

The Antec 3700amb will also work well for you, goto www.ebuyer.com and type this number in the search box: 12194

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[Zepper]

From the looks of it, you should also check out the Athenatech A605 series and the other blingy one in the A600 series the A604 (Newegg carries some of them). All the cases you mentioned will fit your mobo and other stuff.

.bh.

 

[mdchesne]

wow, classical case selection by novices. ok, here goes:

NEVER BUY CHEAPO CASES

if you really want to pinch every dollar you spend, get a cheap antec or lian-li. maybe thermaltake if you like that whole 'mod' look

that is all

 

[imported_Kensai]

Get a nice cheap Antec. Their Solutions series is fine for a cheap build. It's got quality for penny pinchers.

 

[The Boston Dangler]

I have a very similar setup. The Sonata should be a good pick. It has a good power supply, but I replaced the 1 case fan with a Sunon.

 

[Mrvile]

Antecs are great cases, and most come with great PSU's, with that budget you could get a nice Antec case. I don't know what PSU you have, and with some of the things you're saying (517 milligrams of ram, mmmm sorry I had to make fun :beer please post what PSU you have too. PSU = life source of computer, without a good one you're fubar.

Lian-Li's are nice too, they don't come with PSUs though and are slightly louder than some Antec cases. IMO you should get an Antec for the premium PSU.

 

[Brasseaux]

My PSU: ENERMAX 350W Power Supply for AMD K7

It seems that Antec must be the way to go. Now, my 50-100$ price range was just a tossed out number. How important is the case? If it is that important, then I don't mind spending more.

thanks to all

 

[Mucker]

If you already have a PSU, it will be really difficult to beat this deal: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/de...924808?v=glance&s=electronics&n=507846

Plus the CPU duct should line up very well with your MB socket.

Take a look at the photos here: http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=11-129-152&depa=0

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